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  • The Chemical Reactions of Life

    From Metabolism to Photosynthesis

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series Biochemistry, Cells, and Life
    The development and evolution of all species can, in many ways, be traced to a few biochemical reactions that facilitate metabolic and/or photosynthetic changes in each life form. Indeed, advances in the field of biochemistry have intimately depended on the study of these processes and the way basic molecules fragment and synthesize to produce elements vital to the survival of each organism. This ... Leer más

    $37.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

  • The Science of Nutrition

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series Food and Society
    From a young age we have been told to take our vitamins, eat our fruits and vegetables, and limit sugar and fat. Readers examine what makes certain foods better nutritionally than others and how various foods affect the human body, including the role they can play in disease and illness. Tables in the appendix provide quick reference on vitamins and common food-related illnesses. ... Leer más

    $42.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus

  • The Brain and the Nervous System

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series The Human Body
    Necessary for everything from reflexes to reading to running, it’s no exaggeration to say that the brain and nervous system are responsible for nearly every endeavor of human activity. The sheer volume of information that the brain must process and respond to at every second of each day renders it one of the most remarkable systems of the human body. With illuminating diagrams and careful detail, ... Leer más

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  • The Eye: The Physiology of Human Perception

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series The Human Body
    The human eye has been the subject of endless fascination. Indeed, the very nature of sensory perception is shaped by the visual cues the brain receives, thus rendering the eye one of the most crucial elements in our comprehension of the world. The structures and functions of the eye are examined in this exhaustive volume that describes how we are able to process what we observe and react ... Leer más

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  • The Digestive System

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series The Human Body
    The satisfaction derived from savoring a steak or indulging in an ice cream sundae is only one aspect of a larger process that occurs in the human digestive system. From the moment food enters our mouths until long after we have finished a meal, the body engages in an extensive routine designed to retain nutrients and discard waste. This comprehensive book examines all the vital components ... Leer más

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  • Fungi, Algae, and Protists

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series Biochemistry, Cells, and Life
    Fungi, protists, and algae are among the most diverse life forms on the planet. Tiny protists range from plants to animals. Algae range from single celled plants to 60-foot-long kelp. Fungi occupy a kingdom of their own. Although their place in nature—neither truly plants or animals—may make them seem strange, they are actually quite familiar to us for their use in various foods, medicines, and ... Leer más

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  • Blood

    Physiology and Circulation

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series The Human Body
    Although its ubiquity in the human body may make it seem unremarkable, simply put, blood makes life possible. It nourishes cells throughout the body and transports carbon dioxide to the lungs. Without it, the body would be unable to fight disease and infection or function at all. Readers are invited to follow the course of this extraordinary fluid as it circulates through the body and learn about ... Leer más

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  • The Respiratory System

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series The Human Body
    So automatic and mechanical is breathing for most of us that we often fail to consider the complexities of respiration. Engaging the lungs, airways, and more, the intake of oxygen and release of carbon dioxide are only the most apparent aspects of a much longer routine. Although vulnerable to various infections and other disorders, the respiratory system by and large continues to function in order ... Leer más

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  • The Reproductive System

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series The Human Body
    Although much is now known about the biology of reproduction, a great deal remains to be discovered about the diseases and disorders that can damage the reproductive system. Ethical concerns surrounding the issues of birth control and abortion have also provoked much discussion in recent times. This comprehensive narrative details both the biological process of procreation and the often divisive ... Leer más

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  • Bone and Muscle

    Structure, Force, and Motion

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series The Human Body
    The seeming simplicity of day-to-day movement can belie the complexity of the structures that facilitate motion. More than just a framework around which the body develops, the human skeleton has evolved over time to allow humans to walk and stand upright. Muscles likewise perform a range of functions, without which the body could not manage. This comprehensive book details the anatomy and ... Leer más

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  • New Thinking About Genetics

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series 21st Century Science
    Debates on nature versus nurture rage on and the question of identity looms large for almost everybody at some point in their lives. Thanks to continuing developments in genetics research, some of those questions can be put to bed—or at least, better understood. Moreover, studies of the genome can yield a number of possibilities in improving health and curing disease. This book explores all ... Leer más

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  • Medicine and Healers Through History

    de Kara Rogers ...
    Series series Health and Disease in Society
    The diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of disease remains a challenging undertaking as emerging disorders and pandemics are constantly presenting new opposition. Behind the practice of medicine is a treasury of great minds and healers who have endeavored tirelessly at the forefront of disease management. This compelling volume introduces readers to the development of medicine over the centuries ... Leer más

    $49.99 USD o gratis con Kobo Plus